Advice for Hardgainer. HELP

[DTA]

I have class for almost 10 hours two days a week. I work the rest. How the heck am I supposed to get in 8 meals a day?

[B.E.N.]

I have class for almost 10 hours two days a week. I work the rest. How the heck am I supposed to get in 8 meals a day?

Until you start finding answers and stop finding excuses you won't progess.

Starkist tuna comes in pouches that can be ripped open, cans of almonds, diced chicken breast mixed with greens, hardboiled eggs, etc.

Those all travel and only take a plastic fork. Some people may disagree with me but I would recommend you start drinking more milk. I carry a quart of skim milk with me a lot. Great source of protein and carbs.

Start logging your workouts and that will keep you accountable as well.

[stpete]

Until you start finding answers and stop finding excuses you won't progess.

Starkist tuna comes in pouches that can be ripped open, cans of almonds, diced chicken breast mixed with greens, hardboiled eggs, etc.

Those all travel and only take a plastic fork. Some people may disagree with me but I would recommend you start drinking more milk. I carry a quart of skim milk with me a lot. Great source of protein and carbs.

Start logging your workouts and that will keep you accountable as well.

Great ideas imo.

[CanthookitLs6]

I have class for almost 10 hours two days a week. I work the rest. How the heck am I supposed to get in 8 meals a day?

Hey man, bring tuna mixed with swiss cheese and mayo in a container. Eat beef jerky as a snack. Try meal replacement shakes, (not too many though, nothing will replace solid high-protien food).

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Don't get discouraged bro, if you dedicate yourself and do a little planning your goals are 100% attainable, (no matter how hectic your schedule gets).

[DTA]

Ok so I changed it a tad and counted all the calories. Let me know what you think. I think 3,500 calories should be enough, the only thing I'm worried about is the stretch on Monday and Wednesday from 4pm to 10pm. However, I'm usually not hungary between this time since I go out to eat and eat my biggest meal (besides breakfast) of the day right before that. So, if it's not necessary for me to bring something to eat with me to class I wouldn't. Let me know what you think of my diet. The faster I can get everything perfected the fast I can start getting bigger. Thanks.

Monday, Wednesday

8am – 1 serving ON's Pro-Complex Gainer, Synthroid, Multi-Vitamin
60g protein/ 85g carbohydrates/ 15g fat

8:30am – 4 Egg Omelette, 6 Slices Bacon, 3 Biscuits
51g protein/ 70g carbohydrates/ 53g fat

11am – Turkey & Cheese Sandwich on wheat
14g protein/ 26g carbohydrates/ 7g fat

CLASS

4:05pm – Eat Out
30g protein/ 40g carbohydrates/ 30g fat (At least but probably more)

CLASS

10pm – Tuna Sandwich on Wheat, 1 cup Raw Vegetables
42g protein/ 31g carbohydrates

10:30pm – 1 serving ON's Pro-Complex Gainer, Vitamins
60g protein/ 85g carbohydrates/ 15g fat

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Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday

9am – Synthroid, Multi-Vitamin

9:30am – 4 Egg Omelette, 6 Slices Bacon, 3 Biscuits
51g protein/ 70g carbohydrates/ 53g fat

12pm – Turkey & Cheese Sandwich on Wheat
14g protein/ 26g carbohydrates/ 7g fat

3pm – 1 serving Pro-Complex Gainer
60g protein/ 85g carbohydrates/ 15g fat

6pm – Cook Dinner (something with hamburger meat or chicken breasts and sides)
30g protein/ 40g carbohydrates/ 30g fat (At least but probably more)

7pm WORKOUT

PWO – Juice, 1 serving ON's Pro-Complex Gainer, Vitamins Bs, C
60g protein/ 85g carbohydrates/ 15g fat

9:30pm – Tuna Sandwich on Wheat, 1 cup Raw Veggies
42g protein/ 31g carbohydrates


Daily Totals for both days are the same.
Protein: 257g or 1028 calories
Carbohydrates: 337g or 1348 calories
Fat: 120g or 1080 calories
TOTAL CALORIES: 3456

[B.E.N.]

Ok so I changed it a tad and counted all the calories. Let me know what you think. I think 3,500 calories should be enough, the only thing I'm worried about is the stretch on Monday and Wednesday from 4pm to 10pm. However, I'm usually not hungary between this time since I go out to eat and eat my biggest meal (besides breakfast) of the day right before that. So, if it's not necessary for me to bring something to eat with me to class I wouldn't. Let me know what you think of my diet. The faster I can get everything perfected the fast I can start getting bigger. Thanks.

Monday, Wednesday

8am – 1 serving ON's Pro-Complex Gainer, Synthroid, Multi-Vitamin
60g protein/ 85g carbohydrates/ 15g fat

8:30am – 4 Egg Omelette, 6 Slices Bacon, 3 Biscuits
51g protein/ 70g carbohydrates/ 53g fat

11am – Turkey & Cheese Sandwich on wheat
14g protein/ 26g carbohydrates/ 7g fat

CLASS

4:05pm – Eat Out
30g protein/ 40g carbohydrates/ 30g fat (At least but probably more)

CLASS

10pm – Tuna Sandwich on Wheat, 1 cup Raw Vegetables
42g protein/ 31g carbohydrates

10:30pm – 1 serving ON's Pro-Complex Gainer, Vitamins
60g protein/ 85g carbohydrates/ 15g fat

---------------------------------
Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday

9am – Synthroid, Multi-Vitamin

9:30am – 4 Egg Omelette, 6 Slices Bacon, 3 Biscuits
51g protein/ 70g carbohydrates/ 53g fat

12pm – Turkey & Cheese Sandwich on Wheat
14g protein/ 26g carbohydrates/ 7g fat

3pm – 1 serving Pro-Complex Gainer
60g protein/ 85g carbohydrates/ 15g fat

6pm – Cook Dinner (something with hamburger meat or chicken breasts and sides)
30g protein/ 40g carbohydrates/ 30g fat (At least but probably more)

7pm WORKOUT

PWO – Juice, 1 serving ON's Pro-Complex Gainer, Vitamins Bs, C
60g protein/ 85g carbohydrates/ 15g fat

9:30pm – Tuna Sandwich on Wheat, 1 cup Raw Veggies
42g protein/ 31g carbohydrates


Daily Totals for both days are the same.
Protein: 257g or 1028 calories
Carbohydrates: 337g or 1348 calories
Fat: 120g or 1080 calories
TOTAL CALORIES: 3456

Getting better...slightly.

Let me just begin to point you in the right direction. You need to be eating every 2.5/3 hours. Class or no class, work or no work. You can manage it just get creative. I know there are some fat asses sitting in class munching on Doritos and chugging Dr. Pepper. Why can't you eat a chicken breast or hard boiled eggs? Far too much time between meals...

Shakes are not going to cut it for you. Re-read that statement before proceeding.

For you shakes are a supplement, meaning an ADDITION, to your soon to be thorough diet. I would suggest a shake in the morning, after workout, and possibly with milk prior to bed.

I'm just scratching the surface here and pointing out the very obvious issues. I would look through other's posts and see what some other diets look like in comparison to yours. We can give you a diet but if you don't understand the mechanics of dieting you are doomed.

I also stand by my previous advice...log your workouts. I am willing to bet your diet is not the only factor hindering your growth.